How to Enable Orbi AP Mode Using Easy Steps?

Orbi mesh system provides not only extended internet services, it also provide a lot of features and utilities to the users. One of the features is Orbi access point mode.

You can use Orbi mesh system as an Access point by enabling the AP mode from the interface menu of Netgear Orbi. There are very simple steps that you must follow to enable the Orbi AP mode.

Here, you will see and learn about how to access the Orbi interface and how to turn on the AP mode by using simple instructions.

We will also add a small section of troubleshooting tips that will help you to enable the AP mode without facing any technical error. Let’s start this blog post with turning on the Orbi mesh system.

Start By Turning On Orbi

To start the enabling AP mode process, you have to turn on the Orbi mesh network by plugging in the power cord of the router to the wall socket and pressing the On/Off button.

• Sync the Orbi router to the satellites by pressing the Sync button on the both of the devices to connect them wirelessly.
• Make sure the router is receiving WiFi signals from the modem and satellites from the router.

Now, you must use your computer to log in to the Orbi interface via orbilogin.net. Don’t use Netgear Orbi app to access the interface and enable AP mode. Have a look at a section which contains instructions to the reach to the interface menu.

Access Orbi Web Interface

To access the Orbi interface, just connect the computer to the Orbi with the help of the LAN cable and then follow the simple steps written down here.

• Find the web browser in your computer and search the orbilogin.net or IP address 192.168.1.1.
• The login page of the interface will shows in the screen of the computer, where you have to enter the login credentials.
• If you are logging in first time in the interface, then use the user manual of the Orbi and type in the username and password.
• You will enter to the interface menu, where you can the easily configure the Orbi settings as well as update the router.

Now, it is time to learn how to enable Orbi AP mode with the help of some instructions which are written in the next section.

Enable Orbi AP Mode

By accessing the interface, you can enable various features of Orbi. One of the features is access point mode. Let’s see how you can turn it on.

• In the interface menu, you have to find and click on the Advanced settings.
• Now, select the Router tab, where you will find AP mode option.
• By going inside the AP mode, you will see the AP radio button, just turn it on.
• Adjust the IP address or configuration here and click on the APPLY button to save the changes.

Now, your Orbi router gone in to the AP mode, after that you can only reach the interface menu from your computer or laptop. You can‘t able to use the Orbi app.

You must also apply some of the troubleshooting tips to make the your enabling the Orbi AP mode task secure and error free.

Troubleshooting Tips

You have to learn and follow these below written tips to make the mentioned task secure.

Make Sure Orbi is Receiving Internet

The modem and router must be connected correctly and Orbi must receiving WiFi signals. Check Ethernet cable is connected to the modem’s LAN port and router’s WAN port. If not then pull the cable out and insert it in right ports.

Login Through Computer Only

You can turn on the AP mode from the Orbi app using your phone. So, you have to access the interface with the help of the computer or laptop via orbilogin.net or you can also use IP address 192.168.1.1.

Use Updated Browser Version

To log in to the Orbi router interface, you must use the updated version of the web browser in your computer. If it is not updated, then follow these simple steps to upgrade it.

• Go to the browser settings and find About tab.
• In about tab, you will see UPDATE button, just click on it.

Also check that the Orbi firmware update is of latest version, by accessing the interface menu of the Orbi mesh system.

Wrap Up

Here you have learned how to enable the Orbi AP mode with the help of some easy instructions. We have also provided troubleshooting tips to make the enabling Orbi AP mode task error free and secure. The tips includes making sure internet is running, logging in the interface through computer only, and using the updated web browser.